Evolution of Roller SkatingA Belgian inventor named Joseph Merlin introduced the first recorded roller skate in 1760. And, what an introduction he made! He wore his new skates to a party in London, where he crashed into an expensive mirror. He wasn't very interested in skating after this experience. However, other inventors produced some roller skate models, most with in-line wheels to imitate an ice skating blade.

LEARN TO SKATEDuring this two hour course, you will become familiar with the different brands of in-line skates, wheels, bearings, pads and related equipment. You will learn proper skating form, balance, stopping, turning and how to hold your own on a hill. We will also take you through the slalom course to teach you to gain confidence and learn to maneuver.

Planet SkateboardWe are the skateboarding group. You might think that skateboarding isn't very big, but it's becoming a popular sport. You have no seatbelt, but here we go! This is Planet Skateboard. What if you can't skateboard? Let's learn how to skateboard.

Santa Barbara Skating This site contains information about skating on the South Coast of Santa Barbara County in California, and includes the areas of Goleta/Isla Vista, Santa Barbara, Montecito, Summerland & Carpinteria.

Skateboarding.comGo here to read some of the latest news that's happening in skateboarding.

Skate San DiegoRoller skating rink for the CHILDREN of San Diego and their FAMILIES.

Tampa Bay Area Recreational Skating GuideThe original Recreational, Fitness, and Group Skating information source for the skating community in the Tampa Bay area. Although focused on Rec Skating in Tampa, there are links to Clubs throughout the State and some magazines.